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Cytogenetics Technologist P2A

  • New Westminster, BC, Canada

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205913E

Date posted

11/09/2026

Job Title: CYTOGENETICS TECHNOLOGIST P2A Requisition #: 205913 Job Location: Canada-British Columbia-New Westminster Department: Cytogenetics Job Type: Regular, Full Time Start Date of Employment: 23-Nov-2026 Posting Date: 09-Nov-2026 Work Days: Rotating, Hours of Work: Various-for rotation information, please contact hiring leader Nancy.Wong@fraserhealth.ca Work Site: 330 East Columbia Street, New Westminster Salary/Rate: $41.89/Hour Job Summary: In accordance with the Purpose, Vision, Values, Coast Salish Teachings, and strategic direction of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Under supervision of the Section Head, performs the routine technical work of the Cytogenetics Laboratory. Duties/Accountabilities: 1. Sets up cultures of blood, marrow and amniotic fluid according to established procedures. 2. Harvests cultures, prepares and stains slides for microscopic analysis, including special stains and banding procedures. 3. Analyzes chromosomes under microscope and photographs representative metaphase figures. 4. Prepares karyotypes from photographs for examination by Cytogeneticist. 5. Makes routine entries in log books for accessioning and quality control according to written protocols. 6. Assists section Head in providing bench work instruction and orientation. 7. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Education, Training & Experience

  • Successful completion of recognized competency assessment exam and registration in the fields of Cytogenetics & Molecular Diagnostics in accordance with the Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professionals Regulators (CAMLPR) pathways, or current registration with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science. Skills & Abilities Demonstrated technical competence. Ability to organize and prioritize workload. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

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Responsibilities

Set up and harvest blood, marrow, and amniotic fluid cultures; prepare and stain slides; analyze chromosomes microscopically; and photograph representative metaphase figures. Prepare karyotypes for Cytogeneticist review, maintain accessioning and quality-control records, and assist with bench-work instruction and orientation.

Requirements

Requires successful completion of a recognized competency assessment exam and registration in Cytogenetics and Molecular Diagnostics through CAMLPR pathways, or current registration with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science. Candidates must demonstrate technical competence, organize and prioritize work, follow instructions, communicate effectively, and be physically able to perform the duties.

Skills

  • Cytogenetics
  • Cell Culture
  • Chromosome Analysis
  • Microscopy
  • Metaphase Photography
  • Karyotyping
  • Slide Preparation
  • Staining and Banding Procedures
  • Accessioning
  • Quality Control
  • Workload Organization
  • Following Written and Verbal Instructions
  • Verbal Communication
  • Written Communication

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Hiring contact

Nancy Wong

Hiring contact email

Nancy.Wong@fraserhealth.ca

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  • Healthcare
  • Science & Research

Keywords

  • Cytogenetics
  • Molecular Diagnostics
  • CAMLPR
  • Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science
  • Competency Assessment
  • Blood Culture
  • Bone Marrow Culture
  • Amniotic Fluid Culture
  • Chromosome Analysis
  • Microscopy
  • Metaphase Figures
  • Karyotyping
  • Slide Preparation
  • Special Stains
  • Chromosome Banding
  • Accessioning
  • Quality Control
  • Laboratory Pathology
  • Cytogenetics Laboratory

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